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Vijay Sethupathi's Surprise Exception for Rajinikanth
2 Aug
Summary
- Vijay Sethupathi only accepted Jailer 2 cameo due to immense respect for Rajinikanth.
- He avoids other cameos to protect his leading roles in upcoming films.
- Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth, is scheduled for release on October 15, 2026.
Actor Vijay Sethupathi has clarified his stance on cameo appearances, stating he has ceased accepting them. The only exception made was for 'Jailer 2', a decision driven entirely by his deep respect for Rajinikanth. Sethupathi elaborated that he avoids other guest roles because their presence in promotional materials can detract from his lead roles in other films.
'Jailer 2', directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, is slated to hit theaters on October 15, 2026. The film continues the narrative of Rajinikanth's character, Muthuvel Pandian, following the success of the 2023 blockbuster. The highly anticipated sequel features a prominent ensemble cast, including Mithun Chakraborty, Vidya Balan, SJ Suryah, and Suraj Venjaramoodu, alongside special appearances by Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Hrithik Roshan, and Vijay Sethupathi.
Sethupathi's recent work includes the silent film 'Gandhi Talks', which premiered at the International Film Festival of India in 2023 and was released in January 2026. His future projects are extensive, with upcoming films such as 'Train' directed by Mysskin, 'Slum Dog: 33 Temple Road' with Puri Jagannadh, 'Arasan' starring STR, and 'Pocket Novel'.
